- Led vehicle architecture and integration as a specialist in commercial hydrogen fuel cell powered vehicle design.- Established vehicle requirements and performance targets for FCEV commercial trucks.- Developed highly parametric models, engineering templates, and design methodology workflows inside 3DEXPERIENCE CATIA for improving design reuse and reducing development cost and time.- Led vehicle integration meetings for the Nikola Tre FCEV Alpha and Beta programs that included over 100 cross-functional engineers operating out of the United States and Europe.- Developed work methods and internal standards for vehicle design and integration.- Performed interference (clash and clearance) simulations, reviewed routing and clipping of electrical, thermal, and pneumatic lines, and provided suggested remedies for identified issues.- Developed packaging concepts for critical components including the fuel cell power module, HV (high voltage) power distribution, HV batteries, and e-axles.

- Hired as the fourth overall employee and first engineer of a company that grew to over 1500 employees at its peak and went public via SPAC at a valuation of $3.3B.- Supported fund-raising and business development with technical presentations, vehicle ride-alongs, and discussions directly with prospective investors, partners, and customers including in-depth examinations throughout the due diligence process. - Led the development of the Nikola One Prototype (natural gas turbine range extended series hybrid 6x6 electric-drive sleeper cab Class 8 semi-truck), Nikola Zero Prototype, Nikola Two Alpha (hydrogen fuel cell electric day cab Class 8 semi-truck), and Nikola NZT Alpha (battery electric UTV (side-by-side)) as the lead engineer (Chief Engineer) on those projects.- Participated in every vehicle engineering program the company has had including: hydrogen fuel cell electric semi-trucks (FCEV), battery electric semi-trucks (BEV), energy storage systems (battery, hydrogen, natural gas), e-axles, and powersports vehicles.- Led the development and build of the world’s first ground-up Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell semi-truck (Nikola Two Alpha), complete with frame-integrated hydrogen and battery storage systems, 6x4 electric drive, and fully independent suspension.- Led the development of a solid axle integrated motor gearbox (e-axle) capable of meeting customer requirements at 82000 lbs GCVWR.- Organized bi-weekly powertrain team design sprints as a scrum master using Jira for agile development methods.- Led the development of the electric drive modules (EDMs / EDUs / E-axles) for the Nikola Tre BEV/FCEV 6x2/4x2, Nikola NZT Beta, Nikola Badger Concept Vehicle (pickup truck), and Nikola WAV prototype (personal watercraft).- Designed battery modules and packs for commercial and off-road vehicles using a large variety of cooling technologies including WEG cold plates, direct refrigerant cold plates, and full immersion with engineered fluids and oil-based fluids.

- Designed, analyzed, and documented innovative oilfield technology products using SolidWorks and Composer as part of a research and development team.- Performed initial implementation and ongoing administration of SolidWorks EPDM, Product Data Management (PDM) system for control and automation of CAD files through design process workflows.- Managed projects and was the company resource for FEA analysis, CFD (Flow) analysis, and 3D printed prototype parts.

- Performed customer technical support for SOLIDWORKS, solving problems in nearly every aspect of the program.- Provided engineering and design advice for a wide range of products from skateboard trucks to industrial equipment.- Taught novice and advanced classes in SOLIDWORKS and related software.

Restored and repaired antique to modern pinball machines, slot machines, juke boxes, and arcade games for high end customers.

*Drafted and revised lightning protection plans in AutoCAD.*Designed original Lightning Protection System for a new business building.

*Developed extensive communication skills through personal customer meetings and speaking in front of large crowds.

*Learned about industrial safety procedures and machining tolerances.*Ran various CNC-Turning machines effectively and efficiently.

*Aided and observed a project engineer during construction and implementation of a new foam bandage production line.